Wawa is celebrating its 60th anniversary today by offering a free cup of coffee size- all day (Tuesday, April 16, 2024). Wawa is celebrating its 60th anniversary today by offering a free cup of coffee size- all day (Tuesday, April 16, 2024).  Dubbed “Wawa Day” customers that are not a coffee lover can get Tea, juice, lemonade, and a special birthday cake doughnut for just 60 cents. Wawa opened its first store in Folsom, Pennsylvania, in 1964. The East Coast staple now has more than a thousand locations throughout the country. The post Wawa giving away free coffee to celebrate 60th anniv ..read more

Florida’s 2024 legislative session that began on January 9 and ended on March 8 saw a flurry of legislative efforts to reshape the state along more conservative lines. The results were a mixed bag of outcomes. Key legislative initiatives ranged from imposing new regulations on the digital landscape to healthcare reforms aimed at increasing the provider workforce. While some proposed laws, like one to lower the age of buying a rifle from 21 to 18, failed to secure passage, others, such as the legislation raising the age requirements for stripers from 18 to 21, successfully made their way thro ..read more

Written by-Iulia Lupse, staff writer In November 2018, Palm Bay’s residents approved a $150 million road repair referendum, financed by property taxes over a 20-year span. This project promised a transformative 8-year, five-phase overhaul of the city’s infrastructure. As the city has already deployed the entire bond amount in three rounds, questions about the program’s financial management have started to surface. Palm Bay Live has contacted city officials for comments, but responses are still pending. Nevertheless, public records and city updates provide a glimpse of the program’s progress ..read more

2024 is poised to be significant nationally, with the highly anticipated presidential election on November 5th and within the Palm Bay community. With crucial dates set for primary and general elections, as well as a special election, the political landscape of Palm Bay is primed for change.  2024 Election Schedule  March 19 – 2024 Presidential Preference Primary  August 20 – 2024 Primary Election  November 5 – 2024 General Election  Community Concerns  Palm Bay Live has actively engaged with our community members to understand the pressing concerns of residents ..read more

Written by-Iulia Lupse Brevard County, FL – The Brevard County Commission meeting held earlier this week was a forum for robust discussions encompassing various issues, from electoral reform to community development projects. While the meeting agenda was packed with diverse topics, recent events surrounding transparency set the stage for heightened public engagement. In early February, the Brevard County Commission discontinued the televised broadcast of public comments during their meetings. County Communications Director Don Walker says he implemented this change to ensure the efficiency o ..read more

PALM BAY, FLORIDA – On January 28th, during the course of our shooting investigation, detectives were able to locate the vehicle Brandon Kapas had driven to the scene, which contained an arsenal of weapons and ammunition. The vehicle was registered to 1881 Kamloops St NW, which investigators responded to at 1905hrs. Upon arriving, they located a deceased male and female who appeared to have been fatally wounded by gunshots. The male has been identified as 76-year-old Robert John Hoeffner and the female as Robert’s sister, 69-year-old Sally Joan Hoeffner. At this time, we have not been a ..read more

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PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The City of Palm Bay is pleased to announce the selection of Lisa Frazier as the new Director of Growth Management. Lisa Frazier’s official start date was September 18, 2023.   City Manager Suzanne Sherman was excited to welcome her into this role, stating, “We are fortunate to have someone with her expertise and passion join our team. As the City continues to experience significant growth and development, we look forward to Lisa’s leadership and approach to strategic, forward-thinking development in Palm Bay. “   Director Frazier brings extensive experienc ..read more

PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The Palm Bay Recreation Department will host their annual Fall Fest Event on Saturday, October 28 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Fred Poppe Regional Park, 1951 Malabar Rd NW. Patrons will enjoy vendors, food vendors, inflatables, a costume contest, trunk-or-treating, hayrides, music, crafts, and games. Fall Fest is free to attend.   The Palm Bay Recreation Department is looking for trunk-or-treat vendors and sponsors for the event. Vendors will be allowed to set up a tent station or decorate a trunk to hand out candy and information to children and their parents ..read more

PALM BAY, FLORIDA – Mayor Rob Medina is pleased to announce Serene Harbor, Inc. as the designated beneficiary for the 2024 Palm Bay Mayor’s Ball. Serene Harbor, a state-certified domestic violence shelter and resource center, has diligently served the community for 31 years, providing critical support to individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Established in 1992, Serene Harbor’s mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence in Brevard County through a multifaceted approach encompassing education, empowerment, intervention, prevention, social change, advocacy, and commun ..read more